Winnie at the seaside - Learning Objectives

In the Summer Term 1 for Year 1, students will delve into the enchanting world of seaside adventures through the core texts "Winnie at the Seaside" by Valerie Thomas and "Sharing a Shell" by Julia Donaldson. These texts serve as a gateway to explore geographical topics such as human and physical features and place knowledge, particularly focusing on seaside towns. The curriculum is designed to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of the seaside environment while developing their literacy skills.

The unit's learning objectives are meticulously structured across various domains of language arts. In Spoken Language, students are encouraged to express their opinions with clarity and listen to the perspectives of others, using Standard English. The Reading component aims to develop comprehension and analytical skills, such as retelling stories in sequence, identifying key ideas, understanding the author's message, and making inferences about characters. Writing objectives are twofold: Composition focuses on understanding the purpose of writing, organizing ideas, and refining written work, while Grammar and Vocabulary objectives aim to deepen knowledge of sentence structure, verbs, noun choice, and the use of adjectives to enrich description. The written outcomes for the unit include crafting character descriptions, recounting seaside visits, and composing postcards and recounts in role, fostering both creative and expository writing abilities.